Mode Selection
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The mode selection buttons control the direction of airflow through the ventilation system.
Air can be directed to the floor, instrument panel vents, or windshield. Three symbols are used to represent the face, floor, and defrost airflow positions.
Face Level (B, D, F*)
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Airflow is directed to the upper body and face. In addition, each vent can be adjusted to direct the air flowing out of the outlet.
Floor Level (A, C, D, E)
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Most of the airflow is directed to the floor, with a small amount directed to the windshield and side window defroster vents.
Defrost Level (A, D)
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Most of the airflow is directed to the windshield.
You can also select 2 to 3 modes at the same time for the desired airflow.
- Face (
) + floor (
) mode
- Face (
) + defrost (
) mode
- Floor (
) + defrost (
) mode
- Face (
) + floor (
) + Defrost (
) mode
Instrument Panel Vents
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The discharge vents can be opened or closed separately using the adjustment ring or the vent control lever.
You can also adjust the direction of airflow from these vents using the ventilation control lever, as shown in the illustration.
Test yourself
A quick Kia Carens RP quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.